Making Stockholm closer : assessing the 15-minute city concept to strengthen local urban life
Publication details: Stockholm : Stockholms Handelskammare, 2023Description: 24 sSubject(s): Online resources: Abstract: In this report we dissect the characteristics of one such urban concept known as the 15-minute city, that seeks to promote an increased quality of life through accessibility to all or almost all daily needs within just 15 minutes from one’s home. The concept of the 15-minute city has gained traction in recent years, with cities around the world exploring ways to implement the principles into their urban planning and development strategies. What is a 15-minute city? This report covers all the pros and cons within the urban planning concept, while answering the question: How much of Stockholm is a 15-minute city – where people have access to all their daily needs within a short walk or bike ride from their homes? When looking at Stockholm’s urban development over the next 10 years we can use the 15-minute city framework to consider how neighbourhoods will best serve their residents while still being part of the wider city fabric.In this report we dissect the characteristics of one such urban concept known as the 15-minute city, that seeks to promote an increased quality of life through accessibility to all or almost all daily needs within just 15 minutes from one’s home. The concept of the 15-minute city has gained traction in recent years, with cities around the world exploring ways to implement the principles into their urban planning and development strategies. What is a 15-minute city? This report covers all the pros and cons within the urban planning concept, while answering the question: How much of Stockholm is a 15-minute city – where people have access to all their daily needs within a short walk or bike ride from their homes? When looking at Stockholm’s urban development over the next 10 years we can use the 15-minute city framework to consider how neighbourhoods will best serve their residents while still being part of the wider city fabric.